I am known, I am valued, I will succeed. To identify and develop the full potential of every member of our community and give them the skills and qualifications they need to achieve their ambition.
I am known, I am valued, I will succeed. To identify and develop the full potential of every member of our community and give them the skills and qualifications they need to achieve their ambition.
I am known, I am valued, I will succeed. To identify and develop the full potential of every member of our community and give them the skills and qualifications they need to achieve their ambition.
I am known, I am valued, I will succeed. To identify and develop the full potential of every member of our community and give them the skills and qualifications they need to achieve their ambition.
I am known, I am valued, I will succeed. To identify and develop the full potential of every member of our community and give them the skills and qualifications they need to achieve their ambition.
I am known, I am valued, I will succeed. To identify and develop the full potential of every member of our community and give them the skills and qualifications they need to achieve their ambition.
I am known, I am valued, I will succeed. To identify and develop the full potential of every member of our community and give them the skills and qualifications they need to achieve their ambition.
A Warm Welcome to
Altwood Church of England School
I am so proud to be the Headteacher of Altwood Church of England School; it really is a special place to learn and to work.
From the moment you arrive, you will feel the positive energy and quickly come to understand that our values of Truth, Forgiveness, Faith, Hope and Joy live and breathe in everything we do. We celebrate differences at Altwood, which creates a welcoming and inclusive environment. We are committed to nurturing and challenging everyone in the school, and it is our goal to deliver academic outcomes, as well as rounded, confident young people, regardless of background or special education need.
Latest News
The hub are holding a retro theme day on Tuesday 18th November, serving up some old school classic food! https://t.co/8kz1zTQFgw
Huge congratulations to our student Torin H-F who has been selected for the England Hockey Talent Academy this year. Torin was invited to trial for the England Hockey Talent Academy & has been selected for the 2025/6 squad based at Reading Hockey Club. Well done Torin! https://t.co/sf0t0Z3IiQ
The Geography Department is thrilled to announce the results of our Year 7 Antarctica Flag Competition! Our talented Year 7 students have designed some fantastic flags inspired by Antarctica, & after a round of tutor group voting, the winners have been chosen! Well done all! https://t.co/WoXjTQaOTW
This week we had a whole day dedicated to 'Restart a Heart 2025' We trained the whole of Y10 with 2 volunteer first responders from the ambulance service. It was a hugely successful day, teaching a valuable life skill. Well done to everyone involved. #restartaheart https://t.co/k5wv1vf0VP
Please see the new Autumn/Winter menu from Stir Food. I think you will agree they are offering a great selection of choices in The Hub. https://t.co/jal1XE0rUY
Just before half term Our Yr10 Unit Award class were getting busy in the kitchen for their very first cooking session, rustling up tempting winter (autumn!) warmers with their bread and butter puddings! Yummy-great baking everyone! https://t.co/xSgo9BXfQi
We have a poppy collection in reception to raise money for the Royal British Legion, if you wish to purchase a poppy after half term. Wishing all our students and families a great half term. We look forward to welcoming our students back on Mon 3rd November 08.45. https://t.co/mvkgt1u7ZB
Earlier in the year we had our Art and Design GCSE/A-Level showcase. This is a chance for families to come in and see the amazing, creative work being produced by the students for their exams. Great work everyone! https://t.co/AYsDL5fNMw
Last week some of our 6th formers had a trip to Tate Modern. The purpose of the visit was to enhance students’ analytical understanding of contextual sources and to develop their ability to critically question and interpret images. https://t.co/9CwtWdnt2e
Our Y7's have taken part in the Antarctica Day Flag Competition where winning designs are taken to Antarctica by scientists to help raise awareness of the continent’s global importance. Look at the brilliant entries we have received-great work everyone. https://t.co/cED3LfTOwR
Our Y7 after-school cookery club made Saag Aloo (spiced Potato and Spinach dish). Doesn't it look delicious! Next term cookery club will be open to Y8 students. https://t.co/JNwn2Gaw8O
Last week we took our second group of GCSE students to Brighton for their compulsory fieldwork visit. This component contributes 30% of the total marks for Paper 3 and the aim of the visit is to investigate both human and physical aspects of Geography in the field. https://t.co/l2iEtUhqAm
Upcoming Events
- Mon 24Nov 2025
Year 9 Options Preferences
All Day
- Mon 24Nov 2025
Construction Fest
All Day
- Thu 27Nov 2025
Parents' Evening Y9 Session 2
3:30pm – 7:00pm
- Fri 28Nov 2025
School closed to all students and staff
All Day
- Mon 01Dec 2025
Inset Day-school closed
All Day
- Tue 02Dec 2025
Release of Summer 2025 Exam Certificates
All Day
- Wed 03Dec 2025
Year 8 Heathrow Stem Challenge
All Day
- Thu 04Dec 2025
6th Form Open Evening
4:30pm – 6:55pm
- Fri 05Dec 2025
Deadline for 6th Form Options
All Day
- Fri 05Dec 2025
Charity Event-Change for Change day
All Day
- Thu 11Dec 2025
Carol Service All Saint's Church
All Day
- Wed 17Dec 2025
Christmas Lunch and Christmas Jumper Day
8:45am – 3:10pm
- Fri 19Dec 2025
Last day of Term-close at 12.15pm
8:45am – 12:15pm
- Mon 05Jan 2026
Inset Day-School Closed
All Day
- Thu 15Jan 2026
Year 9 Options Evening
All Day
- Mon 26Jan 2026
6th Form Application Deadline
All Day
To identify and develop the full potential of every member of our community and give them the skills and qualifications they need to achieve their ambition
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Hope lifts the spirit
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Achieve, Believe & have faith
Joy
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Find joy in the journey
What makes us different
Life at Altwood
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Altwood Church of England School
Altwood Road
Maidenhead Berks
SL6 4PU
01628 622236